0000004979.ATTORNEY IV.DISTRICT ATTORNEY 'S OFFICE

Evaluates Criminal Complaints

Evaluates criminal complaints in order to decide whether or not to accept or reject the case for prosecution, to determine the appropriate charge to be filed and to prepare the required documentation for indictment.

Evaluates Assigned Case or Lawsuit

• Reviews documentation
• Conducts necessary legal research on applicable law
• Interviews witnesses or persons with knowledge of the case
• Gathers evidence
• Determines most appropriate action(s) to be taken

Drafts, Files, and Responds to Legal Documents

• Drafts necessary motions, briefs, or other legal documents for trial and/or hearing
• Files necessary legal documents
• Responds to necessary legal documents

Represents the State or Client in Trial and Hearings

• Conducts jury selection
• Presents opening statements
• Conducts direct and cross-examinations of witnesses
• Presents closing arguments

Negotiates Settlements or Plea-Bargain Agreements

• Negotiates settlements or plea-bargain agreements
• Obtains approval, if necessary, of plea-bargain agreement if reached
• Prepares necessary legal documents if settlement or plea-bargain agreement is reached
• Ensures proper signatures are secured and documents filed as required

Manages Court Docket and Case Schedules

• Manages court docket and case schedules
• Sets court deadlines
• Maintains accuracy and up-to-dateness of records and documentation

Trains or Assists in Training Attorneys

• Trains Attorneys I, II, and III
• Assists in training Attorneys I, II, and III